Duffy’s graceful and precise observations; Kimberling fascinates with a blend of wit and violence; lyrical, searing Marra is astounding; Rindell’s obsession and passion is 1920s New York City; irresistible historical and fantasy from Wecker

Reviews of Deanna Raybourn’s A Spear of Summer Grass, Anthony Marra’s A Constellation of Vital Phenomena, and Charlotte Link’s The Other Child, plus a full list of fiction reviews from the Apr. 1 issue.